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bottommost

|bot/tom/most|

B2

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/ˈbɑːtəmˌmoʊst/

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/ˈbɒtəmˌməʊst/

lowest point

Etymology
Etymology Information

'bottommost' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'botm,' where 'botm' meant 'ground or base.'

Historical Evolution

'botm' transformed into the Middle English word 'botme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bottommost.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'ground or base,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'situated at the very bottom.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

situated at the very bottom; lowest.

The bottommost drawer of the cabinet is where I keep my important documents.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45